Six Million Lagosians Living With Hypertension - Health Commissioner

A 2025 data from Lagos State Ministry of Health has shown that an estimated six million residents of the state are living with hypertension, with the majority unaware of their condition, says the Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi.

Abayomi disclosed this on Tuesday during a leadership dialogue organised by the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board in collaboration with development partners, including Nigeria Health Watch, aimed at strengthening the state’s primary healthcare system.

The dialogue brought together senior government officials, health administrators and local government leaders to review the state of primary healthcare delivery in Lagos and identify gaps requiring urgent attention.

Speaking on the burden of non-communicable diseases, the commissioner said Lagos was facing a growing public health challenge from hypertension, diabetes and obesity, which he described as “silent killers” responsible for a rising number of preventable complications in hospitals across the state.

According to him, 20 per cent of Lagosians are currently living with hypertension, translating to about six million people out of the state’s estimated population of 30 million.

He noted that the danger was compounded by the fact that most affected residents were unaware of their health status.

Abayomi said available data indicated that about 70 per cent of Lagosians with hypertension did not know they were hypertensive, amounting to roughly 4.2 million people living with the condition without diagnosis or treatment.

He explained that this lack of awareness was a major reason hypertension continued to cause severe health outcomes such as heart failure, kidney failure and stroke.

The commissioner stressed that hypertension and diabetes often progress without obvious symptoms until significant damage has occurred, making routine screening and early detection critical.

He said many of the complications overwhelming secondary and tertiary hospitals could be prevented if residents accessed regular primary healthcare checks.

According to him, simple interventions such as routine blood pressure measurement, blood sugar testing, weight monitoring, and lifestyle counselling could significantly reduce the burden of these diseases if delivered effectively through functional primary healthcare centres (PHCs).

Abayomi linked the hypertension challenge to broader weaknesses in the primary healthcare system, noting that many Lagosians bypass PHCs and seek care directly from private hospitals or informal providers, such as patent medicine vendors and community pharmacies.

He said this pattern undermined early detection and continuity of care, particularly for chronic conditions requiring long-term monitoring and follow-up.

Beyond non-communicable diseases, the commissioner also highlighted the scale of child malnutrition in the state, calling it one of the most alarming health indicators.

He said current data showed that four out of every 10 children in Lagos were suffering from some form of malnutrition, underscoring the urgent need for stronger preventive and nutritional interventions at the community level.

He described malnutrition as a key contributor to poor child health outcomes, weakened immunity and increased vulnerability to disease.

The leadership dialogue, organised by the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board with support from partners such as Nigeria Health Watch, focused on aligning policy, financing and service delivery at the grassroots.

Participants discussed the need for stronger collaboration between state agencies, local governments and community structures to ensure that PHCs are adequately equipped to deliver preventive, promotive and basic curative services.

 

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Members Of NAPWPd Draw Battle Line With Their Chairman, Adeniyi Rotimi, Over Unconstitutional Tenure Elongation: Threaten to drag him to EFCC for lack of financial accountability

An imminent implosion is looming before the Lagos state chapter of the National Association of Persons With Physical Disabilities (NAPWPD) as some concerned members of the association have confronted their chairman, Mr Adeniyi Rotimi, whom they accuse of “unconstitutional and illegal tenure elongation” amidst other allegations, including high-handedness and lack of financial accountability. This was contained in a petition written against the chairman in which they alleged that he has refused to conduct an election for the state chapter almost one year after the end of his tenure which they said expired February 2025. 

“We, the concerned members of the National Association of Persons With Physical Disabilities (NAPWPD) Lagos State Chapter, bring to your attention serious allegations of misconduct and term overstay against our State Chairman, Adeniyi Rotimi”, the petition read in parts.

Mr Rotimi was also accused of high-handedness, threatening anyone that spoke against the tenure elongation. In addition, he was said to always make a joke of the issue when confronted with it and thus treat an otherwise serious issue with levity.

The petition further alleged that the chairman was running the association without accountability and that he rarely called for a general meeting of the state chapter except when he wanted to solicit funds from members.

Speaking with Lagos Today Extra!, one of these concerned members who is also the chairman of the Lagos Island local chapter of the association, Mr Adeniyi Gbadamosi, said members of the association had tried in vain to prevail on Mr Rotimi to conduct an election so that new exco members can take over the running of the association. He said the chairman was delaying to conduct the election because of his ambition to become the new South-west coordinator when eventually an election is held into that office by June 2026.

“Election into the office of the zonal coordinator for the South-west zone of the association is coming up by June this year and whoever is the Lagos state chairman will automatically become the coordinator of the zone. That is why Adeniyi Rotimi is delaying in conducting the Lagos state chapter election. He wants to continue to be chairman so that when the South-west election comes, he will automatically become the new coordinator of the zone. But it is wrong to do this through unconstitutional and illegal process,” Mr Adeniyi Gbadamosi said. He added that Mr Rotimi has an entitlement mentality to the position because he is a chairman imposed on the association as there was no real contest during the election that brought him in.

“It was Dare Dairo , the former GM of Lasoda, that imposed him on us. At the time, Dairo was the outgoing chairman and he manipulated the entire electioneering process and handpicked those that are now in the state executive committee. Everything was done in secrecy, even members who wanted to obtain forms for that election could not do that because the forms were hidden and only those handpicked by Dare Dairo had access to them.

“Everything that is happening now is being orchestrated from the background by Dare Dairo. And that’s because he wants to come back as the new state chairman of the association. The plan is to delay the whole process so that when eventually Adeniyi Rotimi goes to the zonal level, Dare Dairo will come back as the new chairman,” he stated.

Confirming the allegation of high-handedness, Adeniyi Gbadamosi said members were intimidated into silence because of the fear of being unjustly evicted out of the association’s platform, citing the case of one Otunba who was removed from the platform because of his opposition to the tenure elongation. He also told Lagos Today Extra! that Mr Rotimi was running the association without financial accountability, stressing that concerned members were considering dragging him to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) so that he can account for all the funds that have come into the coffers of the association ever since he became chairman.

“In all the years that he has been chairman, Adeniyi Rotimi only called for a general meeting three times and this happens when he wants to solicit funds from members. We don’t know what happens to these funds. People like us will not just stand by and watch while our money is being misappropriated. We will certainly drag him to the EFCC so that he can account for all the money that has been coming into the association ever since he became chairman,” he further stated. 

When contacted for his own side of the story, Mr Adeniyi Rotimi said he could not speak on the issue because he had to consult with his exco first before talking to the press. However, The state auditor of the association, Mr Ugo Cul, who spoke on his behalf, dismissed the allegation of high-handedness levelled against the chairman, saying it was fabricated from the “pit of hell”.

According to him, Mr Adeniyi Rotimi is the epitome of humility who can never threaten anyone let alone evicting them from the association’s platform simply because they have views that are contrary to his.

“Have you asked these people making these allegations whether they have exhausted the internal mechanism in the association before going to the press? Our association is a national association and if, at the state level, you feel uncomfortable about certain things, then the wise thing to do is approach the national body for redress,” he said.

Mr Ugo Cul could not however provide an answer as to why the chairman has refused to conduct an election almost a year after the expiration of his tenure. He said he could not answer because it was an issue within the purview of the national body. He could not also confirm if the national body of the association was in favour of the unconstitutional tenure elongation.

Lending his voice to the issue, the state Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the association, Mr Ojo, said the allegation that the chairman was running the association without accountability was false and the handiwork of rumour mongers and mischief makers, stressing that Mr Rotimi had never embezzled the funds of the association. He also gave an insight as to why the state chapter had not conducted an election to usher in new exco members.

“It’s true that the tenure of the present administration expired last year. But it is not true that the chairman is not willing to conduct an election. We have not conducted the election because we have to wait for the local government chapters to conduct their own elections. As I speak with you, many of the local chapters are yet to conduct their elections. As soon as they do this, the state will conduct its own election,” he explained.

However, a source who is close to the exco but pleaded anonymity, faulted this explanation, insisting that tenure elongation was illegal and unconstitutional and therefore cannot be used in any guise.

“If for any reason, the state decides to defer its election to a later date, must it be through unconstitutional means? Why don’t they put in place a caretaker committee to take charge of the association pending the election of a new set of exco members?” the source asked, adding that, as at now, the present administration is unconstitutional and therefore whatever actions they take would be null and void and illegal.

Mr Adeniyi Gbadamosi also disagreed with the explanation given by the PRO, saying there was no part of the constitution that forbids state elections from holding until all local chapters have had their own elections.

In his own words: “It’s part of the delay tactics. There is no part of our constitution that says all local government chapters must conduct their elections before the state can conduct its own.”

Meanwhile, Mr Ugo Cul, the state auditor of the association became visibly angry when he learnt that Lagos Today Extra!’s correspondent spoke with Mr Ojo, the state PRO,, asking why the correspondent should speak with the PRO when he had already told the publication that the exco would not provide an answer to the question of why the chairman was delaying in conducting a state election for the chapter.

“I already told you that we will not tell you the reason for the delay in conducting the election because it is an issue with the national body. So, why did you go and speak with the PRO?” he asked. But when he was reminded that the PRO was the one constitutionally vested with the task of providing information to the public and not the auditor, he did not make further responses. 

Comrade Adeyemi, another member of the association who spoke to Lagos Today Extra!, said what majority of the members want is for the state to conduct an election so that a new exco can come onboard. “Let them conduct the election so that everything can go back to normal. Majority of us want the election to hold as soon as possible,” he said.

In the midst of all this, a general meeting has been hurriedly slated for January 17 and most people believe this was going to be a make-it-all or break-it-all meeting as issues bordering on the tenure elongation will top the agenda for discussion that day. For now, concerned members of the association do not believe the January 17 meeting will produce any positive outcome, seeing it as a plan hurriedly put in place to brainwash them into playing along with Mr Rotimi in the tenure elongation. 

As events unfold, the question on the lips of most observers is: Will the chairman listen to the voice of these concerned members and avert what many believe is an imminent implosion in the association or will he insist on holding onto that position? Events to come will determine where the tide swings to. Lagos Today Extra! will keep you posted. 

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How God Saved Me From The Pains Of Miscarriage Evacuation In 2013 - Actress Yewande Adekoya

Actress Yewande Adekoya has opened up about a miscarriage she experienced in 2013, saying the incident strengthened her faith in God.

In a video posted on Instagram, Adekoya recounted how she was rushed to the hospital with severe bleeding during her first pregnancy, losing the baby, and being told an evacuation procedure was needed.

“A few years ago, I remember it was 2013. I was pregnant at the time. After some months, I started to bleed, so I was rushed to the hospital. I knew I was miscarrying, like I was about losing the baby.

“They told me the baby had died and we needed to do an evacuation. I had been told that evacuation was very painful. I was so sad that I’d lose my baby. I was in serious pain. I cried all through the night,” Adekoya said.

She explained that the fear of the procedure compounded her emotional distress, especially as it was her first pregnancy.

“I was also afraid of the evacuation process that was going to be done for me in the morning. If this whole miscarriage process is this painful, how would evacuation be?” she asked.

Adekoya described the experience as “devastating” and “terrifying,” but shared a vivid dream where a man in white, resembling a doctor, performed the procedure.

“As soon as I sat up in bed, I felt a heavy push in my bowel. I felt like something was coming through,” she narrated.

According to her, she woke up, and the miscarriage completed itself without medical intervention.

“As soon as I got into the bathroom and stood at the centre of the bathroom, the baby that died fell to the ground. Blood, formation, whatever. It fell to the ground.

“When the doctors came, they did a scan, and they said there would be no need for an evacuation because the baby was no longer there. It had come out itself, and I was fine to go home,” Adekoya stated.

Reflecting on the experience, Adekoya said it shaped her conviction about God’s presence in her life, stating, “I cannot come out and say there is no God because I have experienced a lot of things that I know are not ordinary.”

 

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Funke Akindele's Movie ‘Behind The Scenes’ Finally Crosses N2 Billion At The Box Office

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has taken to social media to celebrate her new milestone of grossing over two billion naira at the box office, and as Africa’s highest-grossing filmmaker of all time.

The filmmaker’s movie ‘Behind The Scenes’ grossed over two billion naira on Monday, as announced by the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment.

The movie was reported as the first in West Africa to cross over two billion naira at the box office, the Nollywood title of all time in Africa, in the United Kingdom and Ireland, and the first filmmaker to rank number one at the box office in Africa for three consecutive years.

In an appreciation post on her official X account on Monday evening, the actress, while reminiscing on her previous high-grossing movies, thanked God for the success of the movie

She wrote, “Records are milestones, not the mission. From A Tribe Called Judah grossing 1B to Behind The Scenes crossing 2B and still counting, this is God in motion. And i’m most grateful to my maker and return all the glory to him.

“The lesson remains unchanged: serve the story, respect the audience, refine the craft, and let the work earn its applause.”

Funke Akindele currently holds the record for the top three highest-grossing Nollywood movies with Behind The Scenes, released in 2025, grossing N2,103,039,706 and still counting. Everybody Loves Jenifer, released in 2024, grossed N1,882,553,548, and A Tribe Called Judah, released in 2023, grossed N1,408,227,541.

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Man Remanded Over N60 Million Visa Scam

Officers of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force on Monday arraigned a man, Israel Onen, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged visa racketeering scheme involving N60m.

Onen was docked before Justice Ibrahim Kala on four counts bordering on conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, money laundering, fraud, and stealing, preferred against him by the police in the charge marked FHC/L/1203C/2025.

During the arraignment, the prosecutor told the court that the defendant conspired with others, now at large, between 2024 and 2025 to defraud the complainant, Akinola Ayodele Emmanuel.

He alleged that Onen “fraudulently obtained the sum of N60m under the pretence of procuring Ireland and Schengen countries’ visas” for the complainant’s clients.

“The visas were never procured, and the money was not returned,” the prosecutor added.

The police further alleged that the defendant’s actions contravened provisions of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, and the Criminal Code.

When the charges were read to him, the defendant pleaded not guilty.

Following the plea, the prosecutor asked the court for a trial date and urged that the defendant be remanded in police custody.

“We are asking that the defendant be remanded in the custody of Zone 2 Command because there are several complaints against him,” the prosecutor said.

However, defence counsel O. Ogu opposed the application and urged the court to grant the defendant bail.

“We have filed and served our bail application on the prosecution, and we pray the court to admit the defendant to bail on liberal terms,” he told the court.

In his ruling, Justice Kala granted the defendant bail in the sum of N60m with one surety in like sum.

The judge ordered that “the surety must be a civil servant not below Grade Level 13 or a landed property owner with property valued at N60m.”

Justice Kala further directed that the defendant and his surety must each deposit two passport photographs, their National Identification Numbers, Bank Verification Numbers, bank account details, and phone numbers used for receiving alerts.

“The court registrar and the prosecutor are to participate in the verification of the bail conditions,” the judge ruled.

He adjourned the case to February 12, 2026, for trial and ordered that the defendant be remanded in the custody of the Zone 2 Command, Onikan, pending the perfection of his bail conditions.

 

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Sanwo-Olu Mourns The Passage Of Oba Akran Of Badagry

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passage of Oba of Badagry (Paramount Ruler of Badagry Kingdom) and Permanent Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs, Oba Babatunde Akran, the Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, who joined his ancestors at the age of 89.

Sanwo-Olu, in a statement on Monday, described the departure of Oba Akran as a great loss not only to the people of Badagry but also to Lagos and Nigeria at large, given his remarkable impact as a respected monarch.

He said the revered king, who was on the throne for nearly 49 years, is a traditional ruler known for his wisdom, cultural preservation, and advocacy for Badagry’s development, adding that he rendered selfless service to the people and left behind a legacy of unity, tradition, uplifting and modern development.

He said: “On behalf of my wife, the government and people of Lagos, I commiserate with the people of Badagry, the deceased’s family, friends, associates and traditional institutions on the transition of the paramount ruler of Badagry Kingdom and Permanent Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs, Oba Babatunde Akran, Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I.

“The death of Oba Akran is a great loss to the people of the ancient town of Badagry, and he will be greatly missed. He was a respected journalist. As a traditional ruler, he made a positive impact during his lifetime and contributed meaningfully to the growth and development of his community, Lagos State, and Nigeria.

“Oba Akran, as a first-class traditional ruler, left a lasting legacy that the people of Badagry Kingdom will continue to cherish. He served as the custodian of Badagry’s traditions, customs, and cultural heritage for nearly 49 years. He was a stabilising force, known for uniting diverse interests within his kingdom, and he promoted Badagry’s historical sites and cultural festivals nationally and internationally, fostering tourism and cultural exchange.

“He also used his position to attract growth and development to the ancient town. I urge his family, friends, subjects and associates, as well as the entire people of Badagry, whose interests the departed traditional ruler represented and worked tirelessly for during his lifetime, to work towards immortalising him.

“I pray that Almighty God be pleased with the soul of the late monarch and grant the royal family and the people of the Badagry kingdom and Lagos State the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”

 

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Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Sanwo-Olu Charges The Church To Continually Pray For The Military

The church has a duty to continue to pray for peace, for wisdom in leadership, and for members of the armed forces who protect the citizens. This submission was made by Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu,

Speaking on Sunday at the 2025 Armed Forces Celebration and remembrance thanksgiving at Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, Sanwo-Olu, who commended members of the armed forces for their service and sacrifice, noted that the remembrance challenges every Nigerian to promote unity, be responsible, and respect one another.

Sanwo-Olu said this is important because a nation divided weakens its defenders, and a nation united strengthens its peace.

“Every day we wake up to normal routines, travel freely, worship openly, and live without fear; someone somewhere is standing guard. Someone is watching the night so others can sleep. Someone is carrying the weight of responsibility so the nation can breathe.

“We give thanks to God for preserving our nation through another year. We give thanks for the lives of those who serve in uniform: soldiers, sailors, airmen, and officers who operate in difficult terrain, under pressure, often in danger of death, so that others may live in safety. Their duty goes beyond profession; it is a calling rooted in discipline, courage, and service.

“Today we remember the fallen brave sons and daughters who answered the call of duty and did not return. Their names may not always be spoken, but their sacrifice is written into the story of our nation. Scripture reminds us in the gospel of John 15:13 that ‘greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for others.’ That truth lives in the legacy of our fallen heroes.

“To the families they left behind—spouses, children, parents—your sacrifice is equally profound. You carried the weight of absence, uncertainty, and loss with dignity. The nation owes you more than words; it owes you honour, care, and enduring support. We stand with you, and we commit never to forget.

“Over the years, our Armed Forces have continued to evolve in professionalism, training, coordination, and resilience. They have adapted to complex security challenges, supported internal peace efforts, assisted in disaster response, protected critical infrastructure, and contributed to regional stability. Their role extends beyond combat; it includes humanitarian support, civil engagement, and national unity.

“This period of remembrance challenges us as citizens to unity, responsibility, and respect for one another. A nation divided weakens its defenders. A nation united strengthens its peace. The church also has a duty in this journey. We must continue to pray for peace, for wisdom in leadership, and for those who protect us.

“To our veterans, we honour your years of service. You laid foundations that others now build upon. Your experience, discipline, and example remain valuable to our society. A grateful nation does not discard its veterans; it learns from them and supports them.

“As we bow our heads in prayer, may God grant eternal rest to the souls of the departed. May He comfort their families. May He protect our Armed Forces and bless them with wisdom and courage, and may He grant our nation peace within and outside its borders,” Sanwo-Olu stated.

 

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Medical Negligence: Chimamanda's Family Heads To Court Over Her Son's Death

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie  is reportedly heading for the court over her son’s death even as the Lagos state government has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances leading to the boy’s death. Her family is accusing Euracare Hospital, in Lagos, of negligence over the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who died on Wednesday following a short illness, leaving the family devastated. 

Now, the family allege there was a litany of failures at Euracare Hospital that led to the toddler's death, including being denied oxygen and being given too much sedation, causing a cardiac arrest.

The hospital expressed its "deepest sympathies" over the loss of the child but denied improper care, which it said had been in line with international standards.

It added that Nkanu had arrived at the hospital "critically ill" and that an investigation into the death was now under way.

Adichie's sister-in-law, Dr Anthea Nwandu, made a series of allegations about the hospital in an interview with Arise TV on Saturday.

In it, she said the medical director of Euracare had told Adichie her son "had received too much sedation", which subsequently caused him to suffer a cardiac arrest.

Dr Nwandu also accused medical staff of leaving the child unattended, denying him oxygen and transporting him in a manner that was "not according to standard practice".

She alleged Nkanu suffered a brain injury due to lack of oxygen.

Similar accusations concerning Nkanu's care were made in a private message from Adichie that was leaked online.

Her spokeswoman Omawumi Ogbe told the BBC that the message had originally been shared within "a close circle of family and friends", and "was not for public consumption".

Ms Ogbe continued: "While we are saddened that such a deeply personal account of grief and trauma was leaked, the details therein highlight the devastating clinical failures the family is now forced to confront.

"We hope that the substance of that message, detailing the gross medical negligence that led to this tragedy remains the central focus even as we look forward to the truth and accountability."

Nkanu was one of twin boys Adichie shared with her husband, Dr Ivara Esege.

Responding to the allegations, Euracare Hospital acknowledged the "profound and unimaginable loss" the family was experiencing, but said in a statement on Saturday that "reports currently being circulated contain inaccuracies".

It said Nkanu, who was critically ill, had been referred to the hospital after receiving treatment from two paediatric centres, and that upon arrival staff "immediately provided care in line with established clinical protocols and internationally accepted medical standards, including the administration of sedation".

It continued: "In the course of his care, we worked collaboratively with external medical teams as recommended by his family and ensured that all necessary clinical support was provided."

However, "despite these concerted efforts", the boy died less than 24 hours after arriving at the hospital, it added.

A "detailed investigation" was under way, Euracare said, adding that it remained "committed to engaging transparently and responsibly with all clinical and regulatory processes".

Adichie, 48, had her first child, a daughter, in 2016. Her twin boys were born using a surrogate in 2024.

Responding to the allegations concerning Nkanu, an adviser to the Lagos State government said it "places the highest value on human life and maintains zero tolerance for medical negligence or unprofessional conduct".

Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on health matters, confirmed the state's health watchdog had commenced a "thorough, independent and transparent" investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

"Any individual or institution found culpable of negligence, professional misconduct, or regulatory violations will face the full wrath of the law," Dr Ogunyemi said.

She urged members of the public to avoid speculation over the death while the official investigation was ongoing.

 

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Lagos Government Orders Probe Into The Death Of Chimamanda's Son

The Lagos State Government has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations of medical negligence surrounding the death of Nkanu Nnamdi, the 21-month-old son of acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, who reportedly died at a private hospital in Lagos.

The toddler, one of Adichie’s twin sons, was said to have passed away on January 6 after a brief illness.

In a statement released on Saturday and signed by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, the state government said it had been officially informed of the “deeply distressing” account shared by the author regarding the circumstances surrounding her son’s death.

The government expressed condolences to Adichie and her family, describing the loss of a child as a devastating tragedy.

“The Lagos State Government places the highest premium on human life and maintains zero tolerance for medical negligence or unprofessional conduct in any health facility operating within the state,” the statement said.

According to the statement, Governor Sanwo-Olu has directed the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency, HEFAMAA, to immediately launch a thorough, independent and transparent investigation into the incident to determine both the immediate and underlying causes of the child’s death.

“In line with this directive, HEFAMAA has commenced investigation and has already visited the facility involved as part of the ongoing inquiry,” the statement noted.

The government said the agency would conduct an extensive review of all allegations, medical records and reports connected to the case.

It added that HEFAMAA would work closely with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, MDCN, and other relevant regulatory bodies to ensure a credible and professionally guided investigation.

“The investigation will examine issues including adherence to clinical protocols, professional conduct, patient safety standards, and the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved,” the statement said.

The government assured the public that the outcome of the investigation would be made public once concluded, in line with its commitment to transparency and accountability.

“Any individual or institution found culpable of negligence, professional misconduct or regulatory violations will face appropriate sanctions in accordance with the law,” the statement added.

The Lagos State Government urged residents to remain calm and avoid speculation while investigations are ongoing, reaffirming its commitment to protecting the health, safety and rights of all residents and strengthening oversight of medical practice across the state.

 

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Lagos Is One Of The 7 Top Art Destinations To Visit In 2026 - Global Report

Lagos State has been named as one of the seven art destinations to visit in 2026, according to a report by Artsy, the leading global online Art Marketplace.

The city was described as “a banner biennale in West Africa’s preeminent art capital.”

This was contained in a statement signed and released by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, on Friday.

According to an article titled “7 Art Destinations to Visit in 2026” published in artsy.net by Maxwell Rabb on January 8, Lagos is one of the “seven spots—from marquee art events to rising scenes—that are worth adding to an art-inspired travel itinerary in 2026.”

The seven destinations picked by the leading global online Art Marketplace are Venice, Italy; Doha, Qatar; Sydney, Australia; Bangkok, Thailand; Lagos, Nigeria; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Malta.

Artsy disclosed that “Lagos is rapidly becoming the commercial and creative engine of African contemporary art, and this momentum will continue in 2026.”

Stating why Lagos is among the seven art destinations to visit in 2026, the leading global online Art Marketplace, noted that the city’s momentum is sustained year-round by a fast-evolving arts community.

“Amid the biennial, The Àkéte Collection – Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art will officially launch its permanent home in the city in October, aiming to become a ‘living archive’ for the African continent.

“Also taking place is the 11th edition of the ART X Lagos art fair from November 5th to 8th. ‘Many of the young artists in Nigeria believed they had to leave the country to establish themselves globally. I wanted to change that. I wanted to bring the world to us,’ the fair’s founder, Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, told Artsy in December 2025.

“The city’s momentum is further sustained year-round by a fast-evolving arts community. Galleries such as Rele, kó, Ogirikan Art Gallery, and Nike Art Gallery support artists shaping contemporary African discourse, while institutions like the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History ground new work in deeper historical narratives.”

Welcoming the report, which mentioned the State’s monumental J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Arts and Culture, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said the listing of Lagos among other top cities in the world is a reflection of the State Government’s commitment to the development of the creative sector.

The governor restated the incumbent administration’s vision to make Lagos the number one destination for arts, culture and tourism in a few years to come.

“We will continue to invest in the sector in which our youths have exhibited remarkable talents,” the Governor said.

 

 

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